Want to improve your golf swing and reduce muscle aches and pains? The secret isn’t just in your technique, it’s in your strength
Golf is a game of skill, precision and endurance. But as we get older, our bodies naturally lose muscle mass, strength and function, a condition known as sarcopenia. Starting about age 30, muscle mass declines by about 3 to 8 percent per decade, speeding up after age 601. This muscle loss can affect power, balance and stability – all critical for a great golf game.
The good news? Strength training can help slow muscle decline, reduce the risk of injury and help you play stronger for longer.
Maximise your golf performance with strength and conditioning
If you’re not hitting the ball as far as you would like, feeling off balance, experiencing aches and pains or leaving the green exhausted, a tailored strength and conditioning could be the game-changer you need.
The benefits of strength training for golfers
1. Increased power and distance
Stronger muscles – especially in the core, glutes and shoulders can help generate more power with less effort, leading to longer drives and improved shot control.
2. Reduced risk of injury
Golf’s repetitive movements and explosive actions place strain on joints and muscles, particularly in the lower back, shoulders and wrists. Strengthening these areas can help reduce the risk of common injuries like golfer’s elbow and back pain.
3. Improved stability and balance
A strong lower body and core can improve balance, helping maintain a consistent swing and posture throughout your game.
4. Better endurance and less fatigue
A well-conditioned body can help you sustain energy and performance across 18 holes and prevent late game fatigue that can impact accuracy and consistency.
5. Enhanced mobility and flexibility
Strength training supports joint health and flexibility, improving your range of motion for a smoother, more efficient swing.
Tailored strength training for golfers at Kieser
At Kieser, physiotherapy-led strength and conditioning programs are designed to meet the unique needs of golfers. Whether you need rehabilitation from a musculoskeletal injury or want to enhance your game, Kieser can create a personalised program designed for 30-minute training sessions twice a week.
Kieser golf programs are developed by university-qualified physiotherapists and exercise scientists and use Swiss-engineered machines unique to Kieser. The training program typically includes 10 specialised machines that safely isolate key muscle groups essential for power, balance, stability and stamina on the golf course.
Rebuild a stronger game with Kieser. Visit kieser.com.au to book an initial assessment at one of 30 locations across Australia and discover the Kieser difference.
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